The correct answer is: Only 1 and 2
The Central Information Commission (CIC) is an independent body established by the Right to Information Act, 2005 (RTI Act) to receive complaints from citizens about the non-disclosure of information by public authorities and to provide redressal to such complaints. The CIC is headed by a Chief Information Commissioner (CIC) and has eight other Information Commissioners (ICs).
The CIC is a quasi-judicial body and its decisions are binding on public authorities. The CIC has the power to summon any person, including a public servant, to appear before it and to produce documents. The CIC can also impose penalties on public authorities for non-compliance with its orders.
The CIC has been playing a vital role in promoting transparency and accountability in the government. It has received over 1.5 lakh complaints since its inception and has disposed of over 1.2 lakh cases. The CIC has also issued several orders directing public authorities to disclose information to citizens.
The CIC is a valuable institution for promoting transparency and accountability in the government. It has made a significant contribution to the Right to Information movement in India.
Here is a brief explanation of each option:
- Option 1: The post of Central Information Commission is derived from the RTI Act, 2005.
This is correct. The CIC was established by the Right to Information Act, 2005. The RTI Act is a landmark legislation that gives citizens the right to access information held by public authorities.
- Option 2: Chief Information Commission and other commissioners can hold office for the period of 3 years.
This is also correct. The Chief Information Commissioner and other Information Commissioners are appointed by the President of India for a term of three years. They can be reappointed for a second term.
- Option 3: On the advice of Supreme Court, the President can remove the Chief Information Commission and other commissioners.
This is incorrect. The Chief Information Commissioner and other Information Commissioners can only be removed from office by the President on the ground of proved misbehavior or incapacity. The President cannot remove them on the advice of the Supreme Court.
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